The month of December takes its toll with all the industry parties, chocolates, booze and greasy food. While my heart stood up well thanks to modern medicine, the same cannot be said for my ever expanding waistline. Two years ago I had a successful 30-day challenge, where I was booze and fatty food free for the month of January. Lost a ton of weight and kept it off for about 1 1/2 years. I slipped badly over the last 6 months or so.
This time I have set a loftier goal of 45 days. This corresponds with my annual physical in Mid-February. Will try and keep away from the bad foods after the 45-days.
I am keeping a diary of all the food I will consume. I normally only drink alcohol on Friday, sometimes Thursday. So I have not been tested yet. Frankly, it is not all that hard if you are determined, which I am. Plus this public blog should keep me honest.
I actually exercise more than most people already. I walk to and from work daily and about 45-60 minutes on weeknights. The exercise weight loss is probably the least pronounced. I will likely get a couple of extra hours of walking and additional weight training. Plus I will run on the the treadmill. All good but not substantial enough to result in major weight loss over a 6-week period. Maybe 2-3 pounds, I'm guessing.
I believe the major difference is the healthier food choices. To a lessor extent cutting out beer entirely. The first 3-days were easy, the next 3 will make a big difference. If you see me at the pub, beer store or Burger King drive-thru this weekend, feel free to share my shame.
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